354: Real Estate Photography For Fun and Profit with Suzanne Luttig
I LOVED this episode of The Profitable Photographer with Suzanne Luttig, and I have to say—this conversation completely shifted the way I think about real estate photography. It was so popular in 2023, I decided to give it a “reboot.” What I love most about Suzanne’s journey is how intentional she...
353: People First – Selling Photography From Service, Not Scarcity with Cortnie Dee
This episode felt like such a full-circle moment for me. I’m talking with my former photography mentee, Cortnie Davis, who has grown from an 18-year-old wedding photographer into a thoughtful consultant helping creative entrepreneurs build calmer, more sustainable businesses. Cortnie began her...
352: How Giving Back Opened Doors in Commercial Photography for Cristina Sacco
You will love this wonderful conversation with my Canadian friend Cristina Sacco — a photographer who has built a thriving career for more than 20 years by staying curious, saying yes to opportunities, and bringing heart into everything she photographs. Cristina is the founder of Boy Girl...
351: Art Licensing, Baby Photography, & Following Your Passion with Valerie Tabor Smith
I had the absolute joy of talking with my friend, Valerie Tabor Smith — one of the most published children’s photographers in the world and a pro at art licensing. Valerie’s career is fascinating. She began in wedding photography, discovered her love for babies and children, and eventually built...
350: Better Posing, Better Portraits: A How-To Guide with Luci Dumas
I can hardly believe this is episode 350. What a gift this podcast has been — listened to in over 110 countries — and I’m so grateful you’re here. In this solo episode, I’m diving into one of my favorite topics: posing people in a way that captures not just how they look… but who they are. Because...
349: Pets, Pets, and More Pets with Photographer Jen Hillenga
Okay, I need to strongly suggest going to my guest’s website thewaysofthedog.com to see her amazing photography. Jen Hillenga is creating some of the most beautiful, soulful pet photography in New York City, and I’m completely obsessed with her work. And she shares how she has created both...
348: The Power of Being Authentic and Tips on Google Reviews, with Marisa Balletti-Lavoie
You are going to LOVE “The Queen of Sassy”, Marisa Balletti-Lavoie — A PPA Master Photographer, branding coach, and evangelist for finding your own voice and style. We have a really fun and honest conversation about confidence, and how to show up as your unique self in business. Marisa shares...
347: Psychology of Color and How To Use It As Photographers with J. Nichole Smith
This episode is all about Color…the science, emotional responses, and even how to use it in our art and in branding. I had the most interesting chat with J. Nichole Smith — or Nic — about why color affects how people feel about your work, why it matters more than you think, and how leaning into...
346: Wedding Photographers Self Care Guide with Alicia Parks
I’m so excited to share an episode with you I wish I could have listened to her during my 12 year wedding business. I sat down with the incredibly talented Alicia Parks to talk about something we don’t discuss nearly enough in photography: how to stay calm, energized, and grounded on high-pressure...
345: When (and How) to Share Your Photography Pricing – with Luci Dumas
This is such an important question I get all the time….When do I tell people my pricing — and how much should I say? If you’ve ever felt awkward, pressured, or unsure when someone asks, “How much do you charge?”, you’re not alone. So I decided to share a lot of my thoughts and strategies...
Welcome to the Profitable Photographer Podcast with Luci Dumas!
Why I think you’ll want to tune in every week!
In the photography business as a wedding and children’s portrait specialist, for four decades, I’ve accumulated a wealth of knowledge, connections, and inspiration that I’m eager to share with you. Friends encouraged me to have a show, saying that I have a unique voice as a woman in this industry for so many years. So I said yes to photographers like you who want to achieve success, profitability, and inspiration.
1-Amazing Guests. I have an incredible network of wonderful photographers and teachers that I have the privilege of knowing personally or discovering through my continuing involvement in our industry. And as a teacher at heart, I am always excited to share my own thoughts and new information I discover.
2-Selling is my Superpower. I am a huge advocate for “In Person Sales” for portrait and wedding photographers, so you will hear frequent discussions about how to sell multiple wall portraits and albums to every client.
3-Actionable steps. Through engaging and fun conversation, we dive deep into their (and my) knowledge and insights to bring you actionable steps you can implement in your own photography business. It’s like having a chat with a trusted friend who genuinely care about your growth and success.
4-Fun Conversations. My style is to have a fun and warm interview with my guests and pull out gems you will enjoy and learn from.
5-Personal Growth. I am a big believer in positive thinking, power of attraction, and a success mindset that helps us in every aspect of our lives. I love to share my perspective and tools to enhance your inner journey to success.
My mission is to uplift and support photographers like you.
So, join me on The Profitable Photographer, and let’s embark on a journey of success, profitability, and inspiration together. It’s time to turn your photography and passion into a thriving and fulfilling business.
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